Lake Norman Record has compiled a list of trick-or-treat and trunk-or-treat locations around Iredell County this Halloween season!

Learn how ALAS builds community in Iredell County through Spanish-language programs focused on wellness, financial literacy, leadership and cultural connection.

Discover what’s happening in Iredell County this weekend with Lake Norman Record’s roundup of local events, festivals, family activities and things to do in Statesville, Mooresville and the Lake Norman area.

Laugh out loud with Theatre Statesville’s “The Red Velvet Cake War,” a hilarious Southern comedy featuring witty performances, unexpected twists and authentic Southern charm. Catch this entertaining community theater production in Statesville, North Carolina, running Oct. 22-25 at Avenue Three Sixteen.

Explore our Carolina BalloonFest photo gallery featuring colorful hot air balloons, breathtaking flights, and festival fun in Statesville, North Carolina. See highlights from this beloved Iredell County fall tradition.

Lake Norman Record Editor Samantha Hill reflects on 110 days of independent local journalism, announces a weekly Wednesday newsletter, and shares updates on community partnerships, local events and ways to support free news in Iredell County and the Lake Norman region.

Discover things to do in Iredell County Oct. 16-18, 2026, including Carolina BalloonFest, live music, fall festivals, local markets and community events in Statesville and Mooresville.

Discover how Dr. Steve Hill’s upcoming book brings Statesville’s dark history to life through ghost stories, local history, walking tours and interactive QR codes.

Carolina BalloonFest Executive Director Sam Parks shares the festival's hot air balloons, drone shows, community impact and family-friendly attractions in Statesville.

Meet Drew Egerton, a lifelong hot air balloon pilot with nearly 900 flight hours and three Carolina BalloonFest competition wins in Statesville, NC.

Discover local events happening this weekend in Statesville and Mooresville, NC. Explore festivals, live music, arts and community events with Lake Norman Record.

Iredell County officials approved the Beverly Heights & Western Heights Small Area Plan and advanced rezoning and annexation requests for a Turnersburg Highway property tied to plans for a larger Chick-fil-A site.

October is here and Lake Norman Record has curated some scary films for you! Check out this list of films.

Discover the best fall coffee drinks in Iredell County, from pumpkin spice lattes to seasonal favorites at local coffee shops in Statesville, Mooresville and Troutman.

Steven Davidson’s musical journey from metal to bluegrass leads to North State Grass, a progressive bluegrass band bringing original music to Statesville and beyond.

September is National Sign Up for a Library Card Month and Lake Norman Record sat down with Jenny Levins-Hertel to learn more about library cards.

Purple Heart Homes and Fifth Street Ministries support Marine Corps veteran Jim Taylor with a new modular home and path to independent living in Glasgow, Virginia.

The Statesville Women’s Club will host its annual “Walk a Mile in Their Shoes” event as part of an international effort to raise awareness about domestic violence and provide resources for survivors.

Rock Star Records is bringing physical media back through selling vinyl records and CD's in Downtown Mooresville.

His and Her's band performs at Piedmont Folkways on September 9th! Learn more about the band and their origins.